WHEN you consider the physical exertion of labor and birth you realize that it’s never too early for the expectant mother to start training for the big event.  Additionally, the more time you have to learn about pregnancy, labor, birth, and breastfeeding, the better prepared you will be, insha’Allah.  All of this equates a healthier pregnancy and baby, better birth experience, and the best possible start in life for your new baby.

NUTRITION in pregnancy is the single most important factor in determining the outcome for both the mother and baby.  Fortunately, it is also the factor mothers have the most influence over. 

Life begins as microscopic drops of paternal bodily fluids.  In just nine months it blossoms into a fully functioning human being, masha’Allah.  Allah has designed the blueprint for each baby to reach full potential and built in safety nets for labor and birth to protect both mother and child.  The mother’s role to ensure her baby reaches its full potential and to maximize birth’s safety nets lies in her attention to good nutrition throughout pregnancy. 

HAVE you ever been a few days away from menstruation, and you can tell you are about to have your period based on how you feel? Some women experience this phenomenon strongly, and others don’t, but there is a very valid reason for why women tend to have extra emotions during that time of the month. 

DURING my first pregnancy, I knew very little about childbirth and was pretty much clueless as to how I would get through it all. I knew I needed a coach and I knew I wanted my husband to fulfill that role.